International television personality, cookbook author, and chef of NYC’s Loi restaurant, Maria Loi is Greece’s own culinary ambassador. This Thursday, join this master of Mediterranean cuisine for her Beard House debut and experience her signature modern interpretations of traditional Greek favorites. Take a gander at the menu below, then click here to make a reservation.
Hors d’Oeuvre
Htapodaki
Marinated and Grilled Octopus
Dakos
Barley Rusk Slices with Tomatoes and Cretan Anthotiro Cheese
Tirokeftedes
Baked Goat Cheese Croquettes
Horiatiki Skewers
Tomato, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, and Feta Cheese Skewers with Oregano
Kir-Yianni Akakies Rosé 2009
Dinner
Gigantes Soup with Feta Cheese, Olives, and Olive Oil
Kir-Yianni Akakies Rosé 2009
Maria’s Traditional Moussaka with Eggplant, Minced Meat, and Béchamel
Kir-Yianni Paranga 2009
Kavourokeftes
Crabcake with Fava Bean Purée, Preserved Lemon, and Mustard Ladolemono
Kir-Yianni Petra 2009
Paidakia
Grilled Rack of Lamb with Lemon Potatoes
Kir-Yianni Ramnista 2008
Dessert Trio > Shredded Phyllo with Cream Custard, Cinnamon, and Almonds; Maria’s Greek Cheesecake with Sour Cherries; and Baklava with Walnuts and Cinnamon